Job Description

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, logistics or a related field. 5-10 years in the papermill industry with supervisory experience, considered an asset. Strong leadership skills and team management abilities. Vendor negotiation.

Responsibilities:

Plan, direct and control all procurement and inventory control regarding raw materials and spare parts while ensuring that quality products are available on a timely basis at low cost and at the most favorable terms and conditions. Ensure compliance with Kap Paper Principles and Guidelines, purchasing procedures and standards and applicable legislation. Ensure a short-term procurement plan for each business unit is prepared. Ensure all raw materials inventory is properly managed and available on a timely basis at low price with favorable terms and conditions. Ensure raw materials specifications are met through effective quality control and deductions applied as appropriate. Ensure high quality of chip inventory that is properly managed and available on a timely basis. Ensure employees involved with the handling of raw materials are trained according to legislative requirements. Ensure high quality spare parts & operating supplies are secure and available on a timely basis at a low price with favorable terms & conditions while maintaining low inventory levels for the entire site. Ensure high quality materials & services are available on a timely basis at a low price with favorable terms & conditions for site capital projects. Purchases major equipment and negotiate contracts. Approves and ensures accuracy on all blanket orders, service contracts and all purchase orders exceeding $10,000. Ensure departmental budgets are prepared, met and variances explained with appropriate corrective action taken. Ensure raw material price variances are explained and price forecasting is communicated on a timely basis to the operating /business units. Prepare and implement cost and working capital reduction programs and explain variances from target. Ensures compliance with health & safety and environmental regulations / policies & procedures and takes appropriate corrective action when required. Ensure full compliance with QMS (ISO 9002) & EMS (ISO 14001) standard. Ensure all employees in the dept. demonstrate maximum effectiveness in role and are developed for potential future advancement including objectives setting and performance appraisals as appropriate. Assist in the preparation of and implement a communication program to promote employee awareness, motivation and participation. Ensure full compliance with the Collective Agreement and foster sound union / management / employee relations. Ensure suppliers and contractors are treated equitably in connection with sourcing, solicitation, award processes and decisions. Participates in quarterly procurement corporate meetings and completes special assignments.

Commitment:

Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.
Please send your resume and cover letter to:

careers@kappaper.ca

Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.

We thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview.

Kap Paper Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. Kap Paper Inc is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Work Location: In person